Kleeb Endorsed by AFL-CIO, Talks Energy in Lincoln
Aug 06, 11:04 AM CST
Yesterday, Scott Kleeb spoke at Southeast Community College (includes video). Energy was the main topic of discussion:
“My opponent has made a big deal about trying to say that I don’t believe in drilling, and I do, it’s part of the equation. There are right now 64 million acres of lands that oil companies have, but they’re choosing not to drill in those areas. We’ve got to drill in those areas,” [Kleeb] said.
Kleeb said drilling off American shores could offer short term relief, but he’s looking for a long term fix.
“We’ve got to get back to alternative energies of all sorts, and this is where we’ve really had no leadership at all on this issue and we can,” he said.
Kleeb said government leaders need to explore wind, solar, nuclear and biofuels to prepare for the future.
Earlier this week, Kleeb gained the endorsement of the Nebraska AFL-CIO, which represents more than 48,000 workers across the state.
– by Eric Van Horn | Send this to a friend
